Zofran

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What is the most important information I should know about ondansetron (Zofran)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ondansetron or to similar medicines such as dolasetron (Anzemet), granisetron (Kytril), or palonosetron (Aloxi). Do not take ondansetron if you are also using apomorphine (Apokyn).

Before taking ondansetron, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, or a personal or family history of Long QT syndrome.

The serious side effects of this medication include blurred vision or temporary vision loss (lasting from only a few minutes to several hours), slow heart rate, trouble breathing, anxiety, agitation, shivering, feeling like you might pass out, and urinating less than usual or not at all. Stop taking ondansetron and call your doctor at once if you have any of these side effects.

Ondansetron may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.